So, you want to be an architect

Thinking about a career in architecture? Wondering about the math required, or how much you’ll earn? Are your drawing skills questionable? Joining me to answer these questions ( more) is my friend Bob Borson, architect creator of The Life of an Architect blog podcast. Some timestamps to guide you: 00:00 What do I do with the rest of my life? 00:30 An architect’s salary discussion 01:03 Other ways to think about compensation 02:05 Compensation Calculator (by region, job, etc.) 03:37 Happiness vs. Compensation Chart 03:57 I’m terrible at math, is this the right career for me? 04:27 Math we use in daily practice 07:27 I can’t sketch or draw, is this a problem? 08:03 Why sketching is important (even if you’re not great at it) 10:10 Not everyone in this profession is a designer 10:50 Can I be an architect with no formal training? 12:00 Trade school vs. University 13:10 Linear vs. Lateral thinking 13:36 Designing houses interiors without a license 14:29 Know this… 15:26 Solving problems vs. Telling Stories